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Gray, Hassell optioned to Triple-A

Josiah Gray and Robert Hassell III will open the season in Rochester, which solidifies the Nats' Opening Day rotation and leaves one remaining decision on the bench

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Mark Zuckerman
Mar 19, 2026
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The Nationals optioned both Josiah Gray and Robert Hassell III to Triple-A Rochester this morning, all but finalizing their Opening Day rotation and leaving only one more real decision to make about the makeup of their bench to begin the season.

Reliever Julian Fernández also was optioned to Tr…

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